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Clare Cottage

Gunthorpe, Norfolk
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Traditional Norfolk cottage with period features throughout and a roaring open fire
  • Large rooms for socialising, some with dual-aspect windows and exposed wooden beams
  • Large garden with patio and BBQ, and a fabulous private meadow with relaxing rural views

Property code: OC-1815

Set in a tranquil spot in the Glaven Valley, this wonderful holiday home boasts 3 acres of land to explore with its own meadow with a stream, pond, and campfire, as well as traditional features throughout the interior. Ideal for groups of eight friends or families seeking peace and quiet in the Norfolk countryside.

Enter this pretty red brick cottage and leave your walking boots and coats in the hallway. Enjoy cooking meals for all the group in the spacious and well-equipped kitchen, before eating together at the dining table in the lounge/diner. Get cosy in front of the smart TV and open fire, and warm up after a busy day exploring. A snug on this floor can also be used as a bedroom for the children with a small stackable bed, and a Jack and Jill bathroom. When you are ready for some well-deserved sleep, head upstairs to the first floor where there are three bedrooms, two king-size, and a third bedroom with two sets of bunk beds. A family shower room completes the interior. The outside space is the real jewel in the crown here, with plenty of space to enjoy playing, exploring, or relaxing. The private meadow is a haven for wildlife, while the patio terrace has seating, a BBQ, and a garden wood burner.

The small village of Gunthorpe is a lovely and peaceful area to enjoy some quiet. The coast is not far away at all with stone beaches at Cley and Salthouse. Salthouse also has the beautiful dog friendly pub - The Dun Cow this is a fabulous local favourite with uninterrupted views over the salt marshes. Slightly further afield you can find sandy beaches as Wells Next To The Sea and Holkham. Wells is the perfect place for a day out as friends or with the family, offering many fish and ship shops, arcades, cafes and restaurants and boutique shops and most importantly the beautiful sandy beach which stretches for miles. Blakeney and Morston also host seal trips from the quay where you can see the seals and their pups in thousands at Blakeney Point.

Just 6 miles away is the pretty, bustling market town of Holt, this town offers an array of eateries, cafes, art galleries and antique shops and the North Norfolk Steam Railway, or explore the many trails on foot and bike in Holt Country Park set among 100 acres of woodland. and for traditional seaside family fun, Cromer offers amusements, crazy golf, Amazona Zoo and a great choice of seafood restaurants many serving locally caught fresh seafood including the famous Cromer Crab. 

All year round the surrounding areas are perfect for keen bird watches, springtime brings the migrating birds, spring flowers and the striking fields of yellow gorse up on Kelling Heath. Autumn is a birders’ paradise with more migrating birds with fantastic bird watching sites at Cley, Sheringham Park, Titchwell, Stiffkey and Snettisham.

  • 4 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 bunk bedroom with 2 sets of adult-size bunk beds, 2’6” stackable bed in bedroom 4/snug (can be made into a double or twin)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with bath, handheld shower, and WC; 1 shower room with walk-in shower and WC
  • Electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Additional fridge/freezer in garage
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot, highchair, and stairgate available
  • Open fire (first basket of logs provided)
  • 43" Smart TV, CD, bluetooth speaker in the lounge and TV and DVD player in the snug
  • Large, unenclosed garden with patio, charcoal BBQ, wood burner, outdoor furniture, lawns, and meadow
  • Private parking for 4 cars
  • Lockable storage for bikes
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile, beach 7 miles
  • Children must be supervised at all times near the water and the muddy ditches that act as a boundary to the property
  • Dogs must be kept under close control, as sheep are regularly in the meadow
  • Sleeps 8 - property can sleep 10 guests but extra linen will need to be supplied by yourselves.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Grace Matthews

This property is personally managed by Grace.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 42 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Roxanne 30th December 2023

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Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. Owners were very helpful with information prior to arrival. Lots of information was provided in the cottage, about the cottage itself and surrounding area. It really did feel like they had thought of everything. Very homely, definitely felt like home from home! The Xmas cake and decorations were definiRead moretely the icing on the cake. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 17th November 2023

Fantastic stay we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves on our trip to North Norfolk. The beaches were wonderful although the weather was a little wet and windy at times! We fully recommend the Dun Cow, a pub in Salthouse, the staff were lovely and the food was delicious. In terms of crabbing we tried at Morston but never got the tide right as it was alwaysRead more out! But we were successful at Blakeney Harbour. The two magpies bakery has amazing delicious food. Thank you so much for the stay, it really has been wonderful. Hide

Reviewed by Eileen 29th October 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous 29th October 2023

A wonderful stay at the Clare Cottage. We enjoyed the swing but were sad the rams weren't in the field. The cottage was cosy and warm and the loved the log fire. Thank you!

Reviewed by Anonymous 25th September 2023

Very pleasant stay with all the family, nice to find somewhere big enough for all. Everything we needed. Thanks for the cake was very nice and other goodies.

Reviewed by Simon 24th September 2023

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Reviewed by Steve 11th September 2023

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Reviewed by Chris 4th September 2023

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Beautiful cottage in a peaceful village. If you can tear yourself away from the lovely house and gardens, a short drive takes you to the coast. We loved exploring the sheep meadow! The beds are super-comfy, the welcome pack is full of lovely treats and the views are just wonderful. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Anonymous 2nd September 2023

Thanks for a wonderful stay in this amazing place! we loved exploring outside and playing the various games inside. Such a peaceful location, while easy to reach the coast - we've enjoyed trips to Hunstanton through to Sheringham. Pensthorpe also an absolute delight for the whole family. The norfolk coastal walk was beautiful. Can highly recommendRead more The Lodge just outside of Dereham for excellent food and service. Hide

Reviewed by Tom 11th August 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous 11th August 2023

We've had a wonderful time here in Clare Cottage. Close to where we were married in 1978! (letheringsett) A lovely trip down memory lane, here with our daughter and family and grand children, even elderly mum! So an age range of 2 - 92. it has been perfect and we hope to return.

Reviewed by Anonymous 21st July 2023

I love the rope swing because it is so fast! and had my cousins round and we had so much fun on it! My cousins stayed for 3 days and i stayed for 7 days! i played with my cousins in the garden alot, it was really nice.

Reviewed by Kathryn 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous 14th July 2023

Lovely Cottage, cosy beds, warm and welcoming!

Reviewed by John 8th July 2023

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Clare Cottage is a lovely house in a very attractive village, and with a great garden for children to run around in, or for ancient grandfather to watch birds in the early morning. The house is well equipped, well maintained, and very comfortable, in our case for five adults and three children with ages ranging from 90 to 5. Quick and easy to reachRead more the glorious beaches of North Norfolk from Brancaster in the west to Cley and beyond on the eastern side. Walsingham close by. We can't wait to get back. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 7th July 2023

This will be our 3rd year in a row at the cottage. We love it so much there! Our two children refer to it as the 'picnic house' ! There were lambs in the field last year which our eldest (now 5) absolutely loved.

Reviewed by Anonymous 30th June 2023

We are all ... down to the nearly-6-year-old ... in love with Clare Cottage and Gunthorpe. Super time, in classic English summer weather ... beautiful warm sunshine, showers, and sometimes appreciate the fire in the evenings. We hope to be back next year.

Reviewed by Anonymous 23rd June 2023

Cant fault this property its in a perfect location, and lovely and peaceful all day/night. Had a fantastic time here with friends and will recommend this cottage to everyone we know! Thank you.

Reviewed by Anonymous 9th June 2023

What a great 2 week stay we have all had here, there is plenty of room in Clare cottage, it was clean and had everything we needed. Norfolk is a fantastic county and we cant wait to come back here next year.

Reviewed by Ann 4th June 2023

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This was an excellent property for our party of 5 adults, 3 children including a baby, and a dog. The property was really well equipped, the garden was absolutely fantastic, and the information in the Clare Cottage bible was extremely useful, so we were able to get the most out of this beautiful area of North Norfolk.

Reviewed by Anonymous 26th May 2023

really lovely clean, well equipped, comfortable and spacious home. What wonderful time we all had and weather we great so we really got to enjoy the huge gardens. Thank you.

Reviewed by Anonymous 26th May 2023

Had a fantastic stay, thank you very much!

Reviewed by Anonymous 19th May 2023

The weather has been very kind to us on this stay and we have really made the most of it. Cant fault Clare Cottage at all, we all really loved staying here and enjoyed the local town of Holt and had a fabulous breakfast at Back to the Garden which is 5 minutes away if that.

Reviewed by Anonymous 12th May 2023

Thank you very much we had a lovely stay here, and the house had everything and more than we needed. Its in a great location which is very quiet all day and all night. The weather was fabulous so we got to enjoy the marvellous gardens that come with the house. Was beautiful looking out to the church over the field every morning.

Reviewed by Anonymous 5th May 2023

really loved spending my 60th Birthday here with the family. The house was very spacious and worked well for all our needs, the dogs even loved it too! Thanks.

Reviewed by Anonymous 5th May 2023

Clare Cottage is a great family home and you cant find fault with it! Will defiantly be back. Thanks very much!

Reviewed by Anonymous 21st April 2023

Had an enjoyable stay here and really loved all the bird watching the Norfolk Coast had to offer. We loved the gardens at Clare Cottage, the owners must work really hard to keep it so well maintained as its huge! Thank you for a great week.

Reviewed by Anonymous 14th April 2023

Clare Cottage has been a fabulous home for our stay and we cant thank the owners enough for thinking of everything a family may need. We really appreciated the marshmellows that were left to have round a fire at the bottom of the garden. The property is very central to the coast and for trips to wells and further on like the Shrine in Walsingham. WRead moreould recommend visiting. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 7th April 2023

The cottage was amazing, it felt huge. Considering we were a party of 8, the property felt really spacious. The lounge was big, with plenty of space to sit around the gorgeous log fire and the dining table sat all 8 of us which was fabulous. There was also a play room and a huge utility area. The grounds made for a perfect Easter Egg hunt on EasterRead more Sunday morning. the children loved it because they could run around. The south of the garden was perfect for our games of Croquet. Then past the gate a huge field full of Mumma Sheep and their baby lambs. It was so amazing waking up and watching the little lambs bouncing all over the field. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 10th March 2023

What a wonderful spacious home from home. We loved having the big fire and big family meals around the table. We have made some great memories here and cant wait to return in a few years for another big family holiday in Norfolk.

Reviewed by Anonymous 3rd March 2023

Such a peaceful week we have spent here. Couldnt have wanted a better base for our visit back to England for 2 weeks. We have missed England dearly and visited all our old stomping grounds on the coast such as, Langham, Stiffkey, Morston and Wells next to the sea. Clare cottage made our stay here with the family perfect, so thankyou!

Reviewed by Anonymous 17th February 2023

Had a fantastic half term break in Clare Cottage. The owners have thought of everything and we cant fault the house and facilities at all! The village is very central to other towns and villages and only about 20 minutes from the coast. We will be back next year, and already excited to get it booked when we can!

Reviewed by Anonymous 3rd February 2023

Perfect home for families, the property is so spacious, clean and really well equipped! Couldn't have asked for a better stay, The evenings are really cosy in front of the huge fire, even enjoyed an evening or two having a fire at the end of the garden with marshmellows!

Reviewed by Anonymous 20th January 2023

This charming and cosy cottage has been great. What a perfect place for a holiday. The cottage is in an ideal location, lovely and quiet during the day/night and in a great spot to explore Norfolk in every direction. We have certainly enjoyed the bird watching in the garden here, and along the coast line. We will recommend to all our friends and faRead moremily. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 6th January 2023

What a beautiful home from home.. The house has everything the family and kids needed to keep them entertained which was a bonus. The gardens were also great for the dogs. We have thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks very much.

Reviewed by Vivien 31st December 2022

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Reviewed by Susan and family. 30th December 2022

Clare cottage is a wonderful home for all! We couldn't have asked for more. The time we spent here as a family has been very precious and memorable to us. Having a fire on the field/garden in the evenings with marshmellows was lovely, and all the local walks and beaches have been fab. We will certainly be back again!

Reviewed by Anonymous 23rd December 2022

Clare Cottage gave my family a wonderful and traditional Christmas/Christmas tree. On arrival Clare Cottage was warm with a beautiful arrival pack and Christmas cake. Our trip to the church and Holt is recommended. The walked around the village and local area is so enjoyable. The cottage gave our family time to talk, play games and enjoy our compRead moreany together. - the home has the space and all family requirements! The whole family did not want to leave, a wonderful time had by all. Thank you so much! Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 25th November 2022

As ever a wonderful place to retreat to and enjoy the local areas. Recommend the kings head in Letheringsett.

Reviewed by Anonymous 28th October 2022

Lovely cottage, peaceful and picturesque. Coasts & beaches are 15 minutes away, and well worth a visit. Blakeney good, sheringham good, Wells next to the sea good. Holt good. Kings head in letheringsett very good. Thank you so much!

Reviewed by Margaret 30th July 2022

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A very picturesque and quiet cottage, good for a relaxing break

Reviewed by Helen 2nd July 2022

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Lovely property set in its own quiet grounds, ideal location for all the popular places on the north Norfolk coast.

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